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Officials give update on massive python found in Newberry County last month

There is an update on the massive python that was found in Newberry County last month.

Sumter County Coroner identifies body found in a wooded area in July 2024

Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker has identified the body found in a wooded area in July, said the coroner's office.

Keep the Midlands Beautiful to host a Lake Clean Sweep at Lake Murray

You can help keep one of our waterways clean this month.

13-year-old who was last seen leaving his home found safe

Sumter County deputies say McNeil was found safe.

Pawmetto Lifeline's kitten 911 adoption event

Pawmetto Lifeline is hosting an emergency kitten adoption event this weekend.

Judge says RJ May can represent himself in federal child porn trial

According to federal investigators, May faces ten federal charges related to the distribution of more than 200 videos containing child sexual abuse material.

First Thursday on Main

Happening Thursday night in downtown Columbia, you can head out for the First Thursday on Main Street event today.

CAE releases statement regarding Spirit Airlines ending service at airport

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has released a statement after learning that Spirit Airlines will be exiting the market in October.

Gov. McMaster directs DSS to submit waiver banning candy, unhealthy drinks from SNAP program

The governor is directing DSS to submit a waiver request to exclude the purchase of candy, energy drinks, soft drinks, and sweetened beverages from the list of eligible foods under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Lane shift on inbound South Lake Drive/SC-6 asphalt repair work, Lexington Police say

There will be a lane shift on inbound South Lake Drive/SC-6 near Innovation Place for needed asphalt repair work, said Lexington PD.

South Carolina's top lawyers say paid family leave should include stillbirths too

South Carolina's law allowing for family leave after the birth of a child should also provide at least six weeks of paid time off when a baby is stillborn, according to an opinion from the state's top lawyers.

Columbia Police officers searching for 23-year-old reported as missing

Columbia Police officers are searching for a 23-year-old reported missing by a loved one, said officers.

Prosperity man arrested after exposing himself to a young person

Newberry County Sheriff's Office says deputies arrested a Prosperity man after he exposed himself to a young person.

Prisma Health Healthy Start recognizes infant & maternal mortality rates

In latest data from 2023, the SC Department of Public Health reports that 402 babies across South Carolina died before their 1st birthday.

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: The Lourie Center presents its open house

CAE's Soar With Us community outreach initiative

Columbia Metropolitan Airport is hosting a two-part community engagement series titled, Soar with Us.

Newberry County deputy negative after exposure to rabid coyote

Officials say a Newberry County deputy tested negative for rabies after being exposed to a potentially rabid coyote.

AG Wilson issues opinion on stillbirths, paid leave

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says South Carolina's paid parental leave law should include stillbirths.

Blythewood mayor calls for RCSD investigation into allegations of ‘criminal or financial violations’

Blythewood's mayor is calling for an investigation into criminal allegations made by members of the town council.

Lexington woman accused of shooting man to death at West Columbia home

A Lexington woman is accused of shooting a man to death Tuesday night at a home in West Columbia, according to deputies.

South Carolina students show growth on SC READY assessments

South Carolina students are making notable academic progress, with the latest SC READY test results showing statewide improvements in both reading and math, particularly in the early grades.

Overdose deaths decrease in S.C.

South Carolina had a six percent decrease in drug overdose deaths from 2022 to 2023, marking the first decline in a decade, according to the SC Department of Public Health.